[FLASHBACK] Historic moment for Indian cricket

August 24, 1971 is a special and memorable date for Indian cricket because on that day not only did India win its first Test match in England; but also recorded its first series win in that country.

Despite conceding a lead of 71 runs in the first innings, India came back strongly to bundle England out for 101. BS Chandrasekhar with 6 for 38 was the wrecker-in-chief in England's second innings. His sensational spell meant the Ajit Wadekar-led team needed 173 to win the Test.

India had a day and a half to chase down the target, and, despite some scares crossed the finish line to set off euphoric celebrations.

This also ended England's run of 26 Test matches without defeat. [TAG: CYCSPL]

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England batsman John Jameson is run out for 82 by Farokh Engineer of India during the Third Test at the Oval, London, August 1971. India won the test by four wickets and won the test series 1-0. (Photo by Central Press/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

England batsman John Jameson is run out for 82 by Farokh Engineer of India during the Third Test at the Oval, London, August 1971. India won the test by four wickets and won the test series 1-0. (Photo by Central Press/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)